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Judge’s ruling acknowledges that hundreds of Mainers’ rights are being denied

by Emily Allen January 9, 2025January 9, 2025

The state could be on a path to a widespread reform after a Superior Court justice ruled that many people facing serious criminal charges haven’t received the court-appointed lawyer they are entitled to under the Constitution.

Maine, New England

Gov. Mills to attend state funeral for Jimmy Carter

by Daniel Kool January 8, 2025January 8, 2025

The celebration of the 39th president’s life will be held at the Washington National Cathedral.

Maine, News

Franklin County seeks state takeover of Byron Road

by Donna M. Perry January 8, 2025January 8, 2025

The road was washed out in June 2023 and the state agreed to help stabilize the road but did not want to take it over.

Maine, Nation & World, News, Schools and Education

Global school IT contractor suffers cybersecurity issue, at least 3 Maine schools impacted

by Daniel Kool January 8, 2025January 10, 2025

PowerSchool, which serves hundreds of schools across the country, including many in Maine, notified customers of a breach Wednesday.

Maine, Politics

Maine lawmakers return to Augusta as session begins

by Randy Billings January 8, 2025January 9, 2025

Lawmakers are expected to meet in their respective chambers only one day a week through February, as work slowly ramps up to review hundreds — if not thousands — of bills submitted by lawmakers.

Maine

Judge sides with Maine religious order in child sexual abuse case

by Emily Allen January 8, 2025January 8, 2025

An Oregon woman had filed a lawsuit against the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate alleging she was abused almost 70 years ago by priests in Bucksport and Bar Harbor.